SMBC Venture Capital

SMBC Venture Capital is the corporate venture capital arm of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, established in 2005 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The firm focuses on investing in companies across various sectors, including information technology, life sciences, services, and manufacturing. SMBC Venture Capital leverages its parent company's extensive financial services experience to identify and support innovative startups and growth-stage companies, aiming to foster advancements in these key industries. By providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and resources, SMBC Venture Capital seeks to drive growth and create long-term value for its portfolio companies.

Furuta Daiji

Managing Director

Akira Ochiai

President and CEO

Yamaguchi Masahiro

Managing Director

Past deals in Early Venture Stage

Penetrator

Series A in 2025
Penetrator transforms the real estate market with space technology, tackling transaction issues and forming landslide observation systems.

Sazo

Series A in 2025
Sazo specializes in constructing a global e-commerce and logistics network with AI.

Doctor's Prime

Series A in 2025
Doctor's Prime is a technology company that provides is a part-time job information service for optimizing the working style of doctors.

RadioNano Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
RadioNano Therapeutics is developing innovative drugs for Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT), a type of radiation therapy that utilizes the nuclear reaction between thermal neutrons and boron-10 (¹⁰B) to destroy cancer cells by releasing alpha particles and lithium nuclei.

Lecto

Series A in 2024
Lecto provides Saas solutions to eliminate the tedious practices behind financial services. It is a platform that constantly supports intricate operational designs for dunning collection and credit administration. With the elimination of the difficulty and expense associated with problematic behaviors that underlie financial services, Lecto seeks to foster an atmosphere where more individuals can engage in creative and enjoyable activities.

Newmo

Series A in 2024
newmo delivers sustainable local public transportation create a user experience (UX) that people may utilize with peace of mind and comfort.

Ascenders

Series A in 2024
Ascenders Inc., established in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates in the sports human resources sector, focusing on developing systems that facilitate professional growth within the sports industry. The company provides a range of services aimed at fostering self-realization and career development for individuals in sports. By creating a supportive infrastructure, Ascenders aims to nurture world-class professionals and enhance the work environment for those in the sports field. Their offerings include sports education, asset management services, and various platforms that promote a thriving business ecosystem for sports professionals.

Xaion Data

Series A in 2024
Xaion Data is an information technology firm that specializes in the implementation of artificial intelligence in various business areas.

Cyto-Facto

Series A in 2024
Cyto-Facto is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures CAR-T cell therapies and mesenchymal stem cell products.

Ababa

Series A in 2024
Ababa is a recruitment solutions provider that connects job seekers with potential employers through an innovative platform. The company facilitates the job search by allowing firms to recommend graduate students who may have been overlooked due to issues such as cultural fit or personnel reductions during the hiring process. This approach enables companies to share candidates with others, thereby increasing employment opportunities for students. By leveraging insights from competing firms, Ababa aims to enhance the recruitment experience for both job seekers and employers, ultimately supporting successful career placements.

HarvestX

Series A in 2024
HarvestX is a company that specializes in robotic technology for agriculture, emerging from a project at the University of Tokyo. Initially focused on adapting robotics to farming, the company identified the potential of indoor vertical farms for fruit production through extensive discussions and trials with various stakeholders in the food industry. It has developed a unique automated pollination robot that addresses a significant challenge in fruit cultivation. This technology utilizes a depth camera and image processing algorithms to recognize flowers and fruits, facilitating effective pollination and harvesting. By providing solutions to the labor shortages in agriculture, HarvestX aims to enhance the stability of food production in controlled environments.

Hedgehog MedTech

Series A in 2023
Hedgehog Medtech is a medical firm focused on digital therapeutics (DTx). DTx is a pharmaceutically approved programmable medical device that assists patients' medical operations via smartphone apps.

Owner's

Series A in 2023
Owner's is a consultancy firm specializing in accounting and investment banking services, particularly in the areas of mergers and acquisitions. The company is dedicated to understanding and fulfilling the needs of corporate owners, providing tailored guidance on asset management and property succession. By leveraging a team of experienced professionals, along with advanced artificial intelligence and data utilization, Owner's aims to enhance corporate value for its clients. Their approach combines industry expertise with innovative technology, enabling business owners to effectively realize their objectives and optimize their financial strategies.

Indent

Series A in 2023
Indent creates products that help writers create original works such as novels, manga, screenplays, and game scenarios. They will work to create an environment in which artists can focus on their creations and enjoy sharing their work.

Thinker

Series A in 2023
Thinker provides sales of proximity sensors and proposed solutions using these products.

AGRI SMILE

Series A in 2023
AGRI SMILE focuses on advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative technology and community development. By integrating software with scientific methods, the company aims to enhance agricultural practices and establish cultivation systems that align with environmental and regional needs. AGRI SMILE offers a range of services, including cultivation video distribution, agricultural succession training, demonstration tests, and consulting services. These offerings help farmers access valuable educational content and resources, promoting both financial stability and personal growth within the agricultural sector.

Metagen Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Metagen Therapeutics is a drug discovery and development company that harnesses the potential of microbiome science to advance medical innovations. As a joint venture between Fast Track Initiative Co., Ltd. and Keio Innovation Co., Ltd., it focuses on utilizing the gut microbiome's capabilities to create new treatments applicable across pharmaceutical, healthcare, and functional food sectors. The company's mission is to contribute to disease prevention and cure through its research and development efforts, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and promote overall health.

Restore Vision

Series A in 2023
Restore Vision is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for eye diseases, particularly retinitis pigmentosa. The company specializes in gene therapy, utilizing advanced technology to create therapeutic agents that address intractable eye conditions. Restore Vision's approach involves the use of chimeric rhodopsin genes, which enhance the functionality of conventional rhodopsins, allowing for increased sensitivity in patients. This technology aims to improve treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from various eye disorders, providing new hope for visual restoration.

CharacterBank

Series A in 2023
CharacterBank is a game development company that focuses on creating innovative AR/VR/MR experiences. It has already built a development system capable of producing one title per year. The company aims to be a game development company that creates hit content for XR games in various genres such as "multiplayer" and "action".

SmartRyde

Series A in 2023
SmartRyde is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in airport transfer services. The company operates a reservation platform that connects travelers with a wide range of transportation suppliers, offering a seamless and secure booking experience. SmartRyde collaborates with over 650 transportation operators globally and partners with more than 25 online travel agencies, including major names like Booking.com and Expedia. The platform provides users with access to various car models and ensures continuous customer support, allowing travelers to pre-book safe and comfortable airport transfers.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2023
LexxPluss develops advanced automated transport robot systems tailored for logistics warehouses, addressing the ongoing labor shortage exacerbated by the surge in online shopping. The company's robots employ both autonomous and guided driving modes, allowing them to navigate complex environments with precision. By focusing on cost-effectiveness, on-site safety, and user experience, LexxPluss aims to help businesses automate operations that have traditionally relied heavily on human labor. This innovative approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also improves the safety of essential workers in the field, ultimately supporting the logistics industry’s evolving needs.

Zeroboard

Series A in 2023
Zeroboard calculates and visualizes greenhouse gas emissions from corporate activities and their supply chains based on the international greenhouse gas protocol. They develop solutions that involve companies, local governments, and consumers.

Kiva Corp

Series A in 2022
a leading provider of extended warranties for the Japanese e-commerce market. Kiva provides “proteger,” an innovative solution that enables rapid implementation for online retailers. Kiva addresses the current challenges in the Japanese extended warranty market: “the lack of development pace in the product guarantee services, despite the rapid growth of the e-commerce market.” Kiva’s unique extended warranty service, “proteger,” offers rapid product replacement and repair warranty service to address this issue. In addition to reducing barriers to new product purchases and contributing to sales, “proteger” creates benefits such as providing consumers with a sense of long-term security.

HQ

Series A in 2022
Hq is a consutling firm that works in the area of personnel organization strategy, working style office strategy and software development.

Nudge

Series A in 2022
Nudge is a financial planning platform focused on establishing a new type of financial institution characterized by innovative values and behaviors. The company is in the process of developing its initial services and enhancing its team while also preparing to obtain the necessary financial licenses. In addition, Nudge provides in-house credit cards tailored for creators, sports teams, and various communities with dedicated fan bases. This dual approach aims to empower users to secure their financial futures while catering to the specific needs of community-oriented organizations.

Emulsion Flow Technologies

Series A in 2022
Emulsion Flow Technologies is an environmental management company focused on rare metal recycling and the separation and purification of substances. The company has developed a solvent extraction method that aims to enhance the efficiency of these processes. By offering advanced technology tailored for the rare metal recycling industry, Emulsion Flow Technologies enables businesses to improve productivity, enhance the working environment, and increase both separation and purification capacities. Additionally, their innovations contribute to reducing the environmental impact associated with these operations.

ROUTE06

Series A in 2022
ROUTE06, Inc. is a software and consulting company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2020. It specializes in data platform integration and digital consulting services aimed at facilitating digital transformation for existing businesses and new ventures. The company offers a range of services, including agile development, website operational support, and digital product planning. ROUTE06 focuses on creating tailored user experiences and operational strategies that align with clients' business objectives. Its expertise extends to building and operating integrated platforms, as well as developing mobile applications and website designs. By providing comprehensive support that encompasses system architecture, implementation, and ongoing growth, ROUTE06 enables businesses to effectively launch and scale their digital operations.

Beatrust

Series A in 2022
BeaTrust Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a collaboration application aimed at enhancing employee connectivity within organizations. Founded in 2020, its platform enables employees to search for and discover colleagues' skills, experiences, and interests, fostering collaboration and innovation across departments. By facilitating connections among individuals with similar backgrounds and expertise, BeaTrust's application empowers users to work together effectively on projects, ultimately driving new value within the workplace.

Rege Nephro

Venture Round in 2022
Rege Nephro Co., Ltd., established in 2019 and based in Kyoto, Japan, is a biotech company focused on the research, development, production, and marketing of therapeutics for renal diseases. The company leverages induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology, sourced from the Center for iPS Cell Research and Application at Kyoto University, to create innovative treatments for kidney, liver, and pancreas conditions. Rege Nephro develops drugs that utilize core seeds technology, which includes pluripotent stem cells capable of producing erythropoietin (EPO) and specific nephron progenitor cell markers. This approach aims to minimize the reliance on dialysis among patients with renal failure by offering effective therapeutic alternatives. Additionally, the company produces kidney organoids designed for nephrotoxicity screening, facilitating drug discovery in applied research.

ventus Japan

Series A in 2021
Ventus, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that operates a fan engagement platform known as Whooop. This platform allows users to become members of sports teams through collaborations with professional athletes and teams. Ventus specializes in enabling the issuance and collection of electronic trading cards, which fans can purchase online. By integrating sports and entertainment content, the company creates a unique experience that fosters connections between fans and athletes, enhancing the overall enjoyment of sports engagement.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2021
LexxPluss develops advanced automated transport robot systems tailored for logistics warehouses, addressing the ongoing labor shortage exacerbated by the surge in online shopping. The company's robots employ both autonomous and guided driving modes, allowing them to navigate complex environments with precision. By focusing on cost-effectiveness, on-site safety, and user experience, LexxPluss aims to help businesses automate operations that have traditionally relied heavily on human labor. This innovative approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also improves the safety of essential workers in the field, ultimately supporting the logistics industry’s evolving needs.

Good Vibes Only

Series A in 2021
Good Vibes Only is a digital PR & marketing company that provides digital transformation & D2C consulting using digital technology. Good Vibes Only focuses on apparel and beauty and offers comprehensive support for planning, development, manufacturing, public relations, and sales. Good Vibes Only has a clothing digital transformation model that makes digital clothing and uploads it to social media platforms and e-commerce websites using 3DCG technology.

SmartRyde

Series A in 2021
SmartRyde is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in airport transfer services. The company operates a reservation platform that connects travelers with a wide range of transportation suppliers, offering a seamless and secure booking experience. SmartRyde collaborates with over 650 transportation operators globally and partners with more than 25 online travel agencies, including major names like Booking.com and Expedia. The platform provides users with access to various car models and ensures continuous customer support, allowing travelers to pre-book safe and comfortable airport transfers.

WARPSPACE

Series A in 2021
WARPSPACE Inc. is a space technology company based in Tsukuba, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the design and development of satellite modules and ground system instruments. The company provides communication infrastructure services tailored for low Earth orbit satellites, which include on-demand ground stations, intersatellite communication infrastructure, and portable ground station services. WARPSPACE originated from a satellite development project at the University of Tsukuba, where its team gained substantial experience over five years before establishing the company.

Brandit

Series A in 2021
Brandit is a direct-to-consumer fashion technology company focused on enhancing the fashion industry through digital transformation. Founded as a spin-off from Candee, which specializes in mobile video media and live commerce, Brandit operates the D2C brand "TRUNC 88." The company provides a comprehensive system that facilitates the development, production, sales, and distribution of D2C brand products. Additionally, Brandit offers an e-commerce platform that allows users to manage orders, cost management, and sales channel commissions effectively. By supplying in-house production, inventory management, marketing, analysis, and logistics services, Brandit empowers fashion businesses to access the essential support needed to launch and grow in a competitive market.

Catallaxy

Series A in 2021
Catallaxy Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates two primary platforms: "Mitsuri," a trading platform for the procurement of custom metal parts, and "Fabit," a manufacturing media platform for the industry. The company focuses on streamlining the procurement, production, and distribution processes of metal parts by facilitating coordination between ordering companies and processing partners. This approach helps eliminate distrust and enhances communication, allowing businesses to secure quality materials while improving operational efficiency. Additionally, Catallaxy offers cloud business management and consulting services tailored to the manufacturing sector, further solidifying its position as a key player in the industry.

Xmart

Series A in 2021
Xmart, Inc. is a technology-driven company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It has developed a platform designed to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs in the restaurant industry. The platform connects restaurants with wholesalers, allowing restaurants to register their delivery slips and receive quotations tailored to their needs. By promoting digital transformation, Xmart aims to address inefficiencies and information gaps within the food service sector. The platform offers an integrated ordering system, sales promotion tools, and a settlement assistant, streamlining the ordering process and improving overall business operations for its users.

Alchemedicine

Series A in 2021
Alchemedicine is a the world in drug discovery with unique technologies and ideas Innovating new drug candidates for diseases with high unmet medical needs.

BluAge

Series A in 2020
BluAge Corp. is a Japanese company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chuo-ku, Japan. It specializes in the development of software applications for finding rental properties, notably through its flagship product, Canary. This application is designed to facilitate a fast and easy room search experience, making it accessible to users via both the Play Store and the App Store.

MabGenesis

Series A in 2020
MabGenesis Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company founded in 2019 and based in Yokohama, Japan. The company specializes in developing therapeutic monoclonal antibody drugs for both humans and animals. MabGenesis utilizes advanced antibody library and isolation technologies to discover fully human and canine/feline antibodies. By providing novel antibody therapeutics, the company aims to alleviate symptoms and enhance the quality of life for individuals suffering from various diseases, as well as for their companion animals. MabGenesis also offers licensing opportunities for pharmaceutical companies, thereby contributing to new drug development in the healthcare industry.

Antaa

Venture Round in 2020
Antaa connects “doctor's life” by connecting doctor to doctor. Its services include doctor-to-doctor question resolution platform, share medical research results from research reports, and it is a learning place for doctors and run by doctors. It was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Rehab

Venture Round in 2020
Rehab is a technology firm that offers information communication technology, and digital transformation services for the medical care field.

Cellusion

Series A in 2020
Cellusion Inc. is a Tokyo-based regenerative medicine company specializing in the research and development, manufacturing, and sales of induced pluripotent stem cell-derived corneal endothelial cells aimed at treating bullous keratopathy. Founded in 2015, Cellusion focuses on providing innovative solutions for cell transplantation, utilizing a mass culture system for corneal endothelial cells derived from iPS cells. This approach allows healthcare professionals to improve vision in patients suffering from bullous keratopathy by injecting the cell substitutes, which replace damaged corneal tissue, thereby enhancing the quality of life for affected individuals.

nearMe

Series A in 2019
NearMe Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in a mobile application designed for taxi ride-sharing services. Founded in 2017, the application facilitates instant matching of individuals traveling in the same direction, addressing inefficiencies in transportation and commuting. By enabling users to share taxi rides in real time, NearMe aims to improve the commuting experience and promote a more sustainable community. The platform addresses social inefficiencies by connecting users with similar travel interests, ultimately contributing to a more comfortable and efficient commuting solution.

primeNumber

Series A in 2019
PrimeNumber Inc. is a company based in Yokohama, Japan, that specializes in data transfer support and data engineering solutions. Founded in 2015, it offers a range of services including data acquisition, data aggregation, and machine learning. Its key products include a data integration service that automates the data acquisition process for engineers and a general-purpose data engineering platform designed to optimize data utilization. In addition to its software offerings, PrimeNumber provides consultation services related to data analysis, business planning, advertising product development, and organizational design support. The company's focus is on enabling businesses to effectively harness data through advanced technologies and innovative solutions.

AlphaNavi Pharma

Series A in 2019
AlphaNavi Pharma Co., Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Kyoto, Japan, founded in 2019. It focuses on drug discovery and the development of innovative pain therapeutics, specifically targeting peripheral neuropathic pain through its products ANP-230 and ANP-231, which are voltage-gated sodium channel selective inhibitors. The company is committed to advancing research and clinical development by collaborating with academia, investors, and healthcare professionals. Through these partnerships, AlphaNavi Pharma aims to create new value in the field of pain management, ultimately helping to alleviate suffering and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.

Synamon

Series A in 2019
Synamon is VR company in Japan. It is aiming to build the best solution for realizing ideal space with VR technology. The main solution of Synamon is called "NEUTRANS". (http://neutrans.space/) NEUTRANS is a solution service that provides an ideal VR space. It can be active in every situation using a base system that realized various functions with intuitive UI/UX with online multiplayer. ・Connecting to the same space, sharing materials and information, you can discuss and make decisions as if they were together. ・Viewing and touching of 3D data, you can review design even for details in the space. ・Building a space that can instantly optimize the environment and items according to the usage situation. ・Providing completely new experiences, presentations, and expressions which can be archived only in a virtual space. We will start consulting from the planning part and respond one-stop to development and delivery. We will continue to make improvements based on feedback, advance system upgrading and pursue an ideal space.

Sirc

Venture Round in 2019
SIRC is a company that uses multiplication function devices (SIRC devices) to provide new functions. SIRC provides new functions using multiplication function devices (SIRC devices)

Pring

Venture Round in 2018
Pring Inc. develops a smartphone application designed to facilitate money transfers and enhance financial transactions. The app enables users to exchange money easily, pay bills, make personal remittances, and conduct payments at stores, all without incurring any commission fees. Additionally, Pring is committed to driving financial innovation through digital transformation, with a focus on compliance measures such as anti-money laundering and the prevention of terrorist financing. This combination of user-friendly financial solutions and a strong compliance framework positions Pring as a significant player in the financial technology sector.

Holmes

Series A in 2018
Holmesis a cloud contract system to consistently carry out the creation, conclusion and management of contracts in the cloud.

Pathee

Series A in 2018
Pathee is a search engine that finds specific information for people starting from their current location. The next-generation search engine to find information of close ones starting from the current location.

AlpacaJapan

Series A in 2018
AlpacaJapan is a fintech company that specializes in providing advanced investment technology and tools to global financial institutions and corporations. The firm leverages proprietary AI and big data technologies, including deep learning and comprehensive data analysis, to enhance financial data management. With a team composed of professionals from prominent high-tech and financial sectors, AlpacaJapan collaborates with top financial institutions worldwide, offering solutions tailored for bankers, asset managers, traders, and market makers. The company's focus is on integrating cutting-edge technology to streamline and improve investment processes in the capital markets.

bellFace

Series A in 2018
bellFace Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in developing a platform for web production and video conferencing tailored for business-to-business sales and customer support. The platform allows for seamless connections without the need for login or installation, operating directly within a browser for quick access. Its patented audio system utilizes telephone lines to ensure uninterrupted communication, distinguishing it from traditional web meeting systems. bellFace enhances the sales experience by incorporating features such as document sharing and scripting functions, facilitating interactions that resemble face-to-face meetings. The system is specifically designed to support remote sales activities, making it particularly useful for sectors like banking and securities retail.

Gexval

Series A in 2018
GEXVal Inc. is a drug discovery company based in Fujisawa, Japan, founded in 2018. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative treatments for rare and incurable diseases, particularly in the fields of psychiatry, neurology, and pulmonary arterial hypertension. GEXVal aims to enhance the health and quality of life for patients and families affected by these challenging conditions by providing cost-effective treatment options. Through its commitment to addressing the needs of those with intractable diseases, GEXVal strives to make a meaningful impact in the realm of healthcare.

ARTham Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
ARTham Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Naka-Ku, Japan, founded in 2018. The company is focused on developing innovative, disease-modifying medicines aimed at improving patient health. It offers a range of programs, including art-648, art-ep, art-pde, and art-001, targeting conditions such as inflammatory skin diseases, vascular malformations, and immuno-oncology endometriosis. ARTham operates a virtual research and development model that fosters collaboration with academic and business partners to drive innovation in drug development. Through its efforts, ARTham Therapeutics seeks to address specific medical needs, enhance patient recovery, and improve overall quality of life.

Zehitomo

Series A in 2018
Zehitomo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a fee-based online platform designed to connect clients with local service professionals in Japan. Founded in 2015, the platform facilitates the hiring of various experts, including photographers and personal trainers, by allowing users to find and engage with specialized professionals across multiple fields. This service not only empowers clients to easily access the expertise they need but also helps local professionals expand their businesses and enhance profitability through increased customer volume.

Medcare

Series A in 2018
MEDCARE, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in telemedicine services aimed at health insurance associations. The company's platform, DoctorsCrowd, focuses on addressing lifestyle-related diseases by providing patients with access to a variety of digital health tools. These services include online medical consultations, meal guidance, motion monitoring, mental health support, and risk score reports. By leveraging smartphones and wearable devices, MEDCARE enables patients to engage in preventive care and optimize their health management, ultimately aiming to transform the traditional healthcare model into a more proactive system.

EmbodyMe

Venture Round in 2018
EmbodyMe, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016, specializing in mobile applications that leverage advanced deep learning techniques. Its flagship products, Xpression and EmbodyMe, utilize neural rendering and 3D dense face tracking to create realistic visual content. Xpression generates lifelike video representations of facial expressions by analyzing real facial movements, while EmbodyMe allows users to create personalized 3D avatars that can interact in virtual reality environments based on hand movements and facial cues. The company aims to transform online communication by enabling users to engage with each other through immersive and realistic virtual avatars, enhancing the overall experience of digital interaction.

Robot Fund

Series A in 2018
Robot Fund specializes in providing Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions tailored for asset management firms. The company has developed a platform designed for the automated creation of investment trust reports, which streamlines the reporting process. This platform integrates investment results, such as standard prices, into customized fund-specific templates. It also enables the conversion of these reports into PDF format and facilitates online disclosure. By utilizing this technology, clients can significantly reduce the time and effort required for compliance and reporting tasks.

FOLIO

Venture Round in 2018
Folio offers AI-driven and automated investment services and a platform for financial institutions to manage discretionary investments.

Caster

Venture Round in 2017
Caster is a staffing agency that focuses on human resource operations, with a particular emphasis on remote assistance. The company is dedicated to promoting remote work as a standard practice, providing businesses with the necessary support to adapt to this evolving work environment. By offering specialized services in staffing and human resources, Caster aims to facilitate seamless remote operations for organizations seeking to enhance their workforce flexibility and efficiency.

EdiGENE Japan

Series A in 2017
EdiGENE Japan, now known as Modalis Therapeutics Corporation, is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo that focuses on developing innovative therapies for serious genetic disorders. Founded in 2016, the company leverages its proprietary CRISPR-GNDM technology, which allows for precise modulation of gene expression and histone modification without the need for traditional gene editing methods. Modalis Therapeutics aims to address unmet medical needs related to orphan genetic diseases, building a robust intellectual property portfolio in collaboration with the University of Tokyo.

GROOVE X

Series A in 2017
GROOVE X is designing and developing a totally new, next-generation household robot that no one has seen before, that truly touches people's hearts and inspires real affection.

Joyz

Series A in 2017
Joyz Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a cloud application designed to assist English learners in improving their pronunciation and grammar. The application caters to various learning needs, including practical English conversation tailored to specific situations and access to reference materials from certified textbooks used in compulsory education. Joyz offers customer support through phone and at its physical location, ensuring users have the resources they need to enhance their language skills effectively.

Xenodata lab

Series A in 2017
xenodata lab., In the mission "Technology proposal suggests naturally after five years", in order to make the shape of the future financial industry with novel technology, ideas February 2016 It was founded in. xenodata is a coined word that spells the idea of ​​creating heterogeneous creatures according to data, and by means of the intelligence created by the data, the meaning to pursue the substitution of human actions to the utmost is put in the meaning.

meleap

Series A in 2017
Meleap Inc. is a Japanese company based in Minato, established in 2014, that specializes in developing sports gaming platforms using augmented reality (AR) technology. The company is best known for its flagship product, HADO, a new sport in which players wear head-mounted displays and armband sensors to engage in competitive gameplay. In HADO, participants can use virtual "energy balls" and "shields" to score points in a three-on-three format. The immersive experience is designed to provide an innovative and entertaining alternative to traditional sports, showcasing the potential of motion sensors and AR in the gaming industry. Meleap's offerings include various game formats such as monster battle, shooting, kart racing, and play space, catering to a diverse audience seeking engaging and interactive experiences.

iQPS

Venture Round in 2017
iQPS Inc. is a space technology service provider based in Fukuoka City, Japan, founded in 2005. The company specializes in the research, development, design, manufacturing, and sales of satellites, onboard equipment, precision instruments, and electronic equipment. In addition to its core manufacturing activities, iQPS offers technical consultation, as well as planning and operation of training sessions, workshops, and seminars focused on space technologies. The company is also involved in the acquisition and sale of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) image data from small satellites, further enhancing its offerings in the aerospace sector.

Cozre

Venture Round in 2017
Cozre is a media company that offers digital marketing support, DX solutions, and marketing research services for child-rearing households.

EdiGENE Japan

Venture Round in 2017
EdiGENE Japan, now known as Modalis Therapeutics Corporation, is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo that focuses on developing innovative therapies for serious genetic disorders. Founded in 2016, the company leverages its proprietary CRISPR-GNDM technology, which allows for precise modulation of gene expression and histone modification without the need for traditional gene editing methods. Modalis Therapeutics aims to address unmet medical needs related to orphan genetic diseases, building a robust intellectual property portfolio in collaboration with the University of Tokyo.

Mobilus

Venture Round in 2017
Mobilus Corporationis a Communication Tech Company that transforms communication with AI. We provide communication platforms that have been adopted by major carriers and SIer companies, and develop communication solutions that utilize mobile and artificial intelligence.

CAMPFIRE

Series A in 2017
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a prominent player in Japan's crowdfunding sector, focusing on planning, developing, and managing various cloud funding platforms. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, supports individuals and organizations looking to launch projects confidently, having facilitated around 15,000 initiatives that garnered approximately $70 million from over 700,000 contributors. In addition to CAMPFIRE, the company offers specialized services including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related endeavors, and FAAVO, which focuses on regional projects. It also features polka, a unique application for personal fundraising events, CAMPFIRE Bank for financial services, and Gojo, a community wallet application for shared finances among family and friends. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, CAMPFIRE caters to a diverse clientele, including individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.

AMPIN Energy Transition

Funding Round in 2017
AMPIN Energy Transition is India’s leading renewable energy transition company with a total portfolio of 5GWp+ spread across 22 states in the country. Headquartered in New Delhi with regional offices in Mumbai, Bangalore & Kolkata, AMPIN provides clean and green energy solutions to C&I and utility customers. We currently offer green power to 100+ marquee customers across 10+ Sectors such as Pharma, Auto, Data Centers/IT, FMCG, Cement, Infra, Education, Heavy Industry, Govt etc. leading to a well-balanced portfolio. Some of these customers are amongst country’s leading corporates such as Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, Cipla, Bharti Airtel, Britannia, AB InBev, Tata Hitachi, Orient Cement, L&T Metro Rail, Hewlett Packard Enterprise to name a few. AMPIN believes in building long-term relationship with its customers & act as a One Stop Shop for Energy, providing sustainable solutions across different geographies & technologies such as Solar, Wind, Hybrids, Storage & Energy Management. This helps the customers in reducing their overall energy costs & mitigating their carbon footprint. AMPIN has developed a clear roadmap & has the ability to offer a complete end to end solution of taking the customer to 100% RE. Moreover, is adept at providing sustainable solutions to meet short-term, medium-term & long-term requirements. In addition to its core renewable energy generation business, AMPIN’s Energy Transition Enablers enhance its competitive edge by driving strategic initiatives in energy trading, solar cell and module manufacturing, green hydrogen, and energy storage, allowing it to become one of India’s leading energy transition players. AMPIN is driven by an industry leading team & backed by leading institutional investors from Europe, Asia &North America. This global presence ensures highest ESG (IFC standards) & corporate governance standards & gives us the unique capability to straddle Utility Scale RE projects, Power Markets & C&I RE projects in India & beyond.

SCOUTER

Series A in 2017
SCOUTER is a social headhunting platform that compensates users, called Scouters, who passed the examination is a next generation career support service that can receive compensation by introducing friends acquaintance to companies.

Roxx

Series A in 2017
ROXX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in job placement services for musicians. Founded in 2013 and formerly known as Scouter Inc. until a name change in July 2019, ROXX provides a platform designed to help recruit inexperienced full-time employees in the music industry. The company offers various products, including Back Check, a reference check service, and SARDINE, a cloud-based job database. Through its innovative features focused on reference compliance and research tools, ROXX seeks to streamline the hiring process for musicians and related talent.

Sider

Series A in 2017
Sider is a developer and provider of code review tool intended to analyze and identify non-standard codes, security flaws, and bugs.The company's product helps engineering teams maximize productivity by automatically analyzing every pull request against custom per-project rulesets, as well as general best practices, enabling users to improve productivity while reducing the total time spent on product development.

Nightley

Series A in 2017
Nightley Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup that specializes in geo-analytics solutions. Founded in 2011, the company provides a subscription-based platform for social media analytics and inbound insights. Its tools allow agencies, brands, local merchants, and government organizations to track and visualize foreign tourist hotspots on a map. By utilizing big data and location analysis, Nightley's geo-analytics engine enhances communication between shop operators and customers, enabling businesses to gather insights into the behavioral trends and preferences of visiting foreign tourists. This innovative approach supports clients in making informed decisions to optimize their operations and improve customer engagement.
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